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On the recordFebruary 10, 2014
We need to drastically reduce our carbon emissions and quickly. We need to make a commitment to clean and renewable sources that provide all of the jobs and energy benefits of fossil fuels without the public health and environmental costs.
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Janice Schakowsky
Democratic · Illinois

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Schakowsky calls for urgent reduction of carbon emissions and a shift to renewable energy.

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